Have you ever wondered how a firefly gets its glow?
If you’ve ever seen a firefly (also called a lightning bug, depending on where you grew up), you’ve seen bioluminescence in action. But these summertime staples aren’t the only ones who bioluminesce—many ocean animals use this process, too. Read on as we illuminate the science behind bioluminescence and share some of our favorite glowing ocean animals.
Why Do Animals Glow? A Guide to Bioluminescence - Ocean Conservancy
If you’ve ever seen a firefly (also called a lightning bug, depending on where you grew up), you’ve seen bioluminescence in action. But these summertime staples aren’t the only ones who bioluminesce—many ocean animals use this process, too. Read on as we illuminate the science behind bioluminescence and share some of our favorite glowing ocean animals.
Why Do Animals Glow? A Guide to Bioluminescence - Ocean Conservancy